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gwalker · 26 July 2012, 02:46 PM

I'm sure a few of you know I was just married. One of my groomsmen received a brand new SD4k in 04 as a graduation gift from HS. It's never been serviced but last week he dropped it on his tile floor. He called me tonight to tell me all about it as he knows I'm a huge watch guy. His AD told him due to age and the busted crystal to send it to NYC RSC. He got his quote today for $906. Is this about what's to be expected. No damage to the mvt but just a service and new crystal. I told him I'd ask on here and get back to him. I said that's about what I'd expect. He is actually really excited due to the fact hes beat the crap out of it and it's going to come back almost new. My only question is that a fair quote for crystal replacement and a full service? He did feel much better when I told him it was almost $1500 to fix my bezel and insert on my DSSD when I busted it.

Tools · 26 July 2012, 02:49 PM

That's about right.. 6 or 700 for the service and another couple of hundred for the new sapphire..

sleddog · 26 July 2012, 02:51 PM

Fair IMO Gunter....

I suspect there may be a couple of other inclusions in the price. Like an insert or new crown perhaps, but without seeing the estimate in writing, it seems around the norm for a full service including a crystal...

gwalker · 26 July 2012, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

That's about right.. 6 or 700 for the service and another couple of hundred for the new sapphire..

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog

Fair IMO Gunter....

I suspect there may be a couple of other inclusions in the price. Like an insert or new crown perhaps, but without seeing the estimate in writing, it seems around the norm for a full service including a crystal...

Thanks so much. I knew it was about what is to be expected. He comes from a huge "Rolex family" and his mom had her late 70's DJ serviced for only the second time in late 2011 andonly the first time ever from rolex. Service was $3500 which was 3x what her watch was new so he thought he got off easy. Glad to know I told him it wasn't a ripoff. Thanks again.

azguy · 27 July 2012, 12:11 AM

Is the $906 a RSC quote for service....

MonBK · 27 July 2012, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by azguy

Is the $906 a RSC quote for service....

Looks like he got a $906 quote from RSC and if so what is there to question?

Is the RSC going to lower the estimate if we all agree it's too much?

Dan2010 · 27 July 2012, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Looks like he got a $906 quote from RSC and if so what is there to question?

Is the RSC going to lower the estimate if we all agree it's too much?

No, but they might actually raise the quote if they find out we all agree its about right.......

MonBK · 27 July 2012, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan2010

No, but they might actually raise the quote if they find out we all agree its about right.......

Then let's all agree it's way too much.

SPARTAN2161 · 27 July 2012, 12:44 AM

Fair? IMO for RSC thats the going rate. Worth the money? No way. I mean there are tons of watchmakers that are Rolex certified that will do the same jobs for 400-500 and thats with Rolex parts. If he is looking to save a little cash send him to Rik Dietel* He is on this forum and does amazing work. This is all MHO of course.

azguy · 27 July 2012, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Looks like he got a $906 quote from RSC and if so what is there to question?

Is the RSC going to lower the estimate if we all agree it's too much?

Nothing, I just didn't know if that was the AD quote or the RSC...

MonBK · 27 July 2012, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by azguy

Nothing, I just didn't know if that was the AD quote or the RSC...

Sorry, meant the OP's questioning.

landroverking · 27 July 2012, 03:36 AM

Seems high. I only paid 925 for a TT Daytona. 500-700 sounds right there must be more issues. Part of my service included the crysral so that alone can't account for the quote.

Frosty · 27 July 2012, 03:53 AM

I just got a call from the RSC that I could pick up my GMT II. They replaced the crystal, insert, something else not very expensive, and did the service. It came to $961, so that is not out of line for Rolex. It really looks great when they are done and he will get a two year warranty.

gwalker · 27 July 2012, 04:06 AM

I've sent stuff to RSC a few times before and I knew the service usually runs me around $600-$700. I just thought the crystal was around $120. But being from 04 and the first service I figured that there is probably a few other things that need attention that got the est. upto $900. I told him you might pay a little more to send it to RSC but knowing that Rolex is working on it and the warranty is worth the extra. I asked him earlier today what else was being done but I haven't heard back yet. Anyway thanks for the feedback. I wasn't really questioning the quote from RSC just looking to see if it was inline with other similar services (which I was almost certain it was.)

Mickey® · 27 July 2012, 04:23 AM

Seems about right to me...
People who think their local guy that overhauls for $275.00 is doing the same quality job as RSC are CCCCCCRRRRRAAAAAZZZZZYYYYY!!!!

77T · 27 July 2012, 04:49 AM

I've had 4 Rolex watches serviced by Gary Wilson locally and saved over $1200 in doing so - not to mention the turnaround time is 1/3 that of RSC.

Only risk is if Gary wins the lottery and quits the business.

roadcarver · 27 July 2012, 06:43 AM

Basic overhaul quoted by RSC Toronto for the SD (I called this afternoon) was $575 + taxes.

Includes crystal and caseback gasket replacements, crown tube gasket replacement. HEV is not usually replaced until recommended by RSC.

Case polishing, bracelet dismantling and cleaning, and of course movement overhaul. Any additional parts required will be extra.

landroverking · 27 July 2012, 07:06 AM

Is RSC NY higher than RSC Dallas?

Z-Sub · 27 July 2012, 07:14 AM

I paid $185 to have a new SD crystal installed a few months ago here at RSC-BH.

roadcarver · 27 July 2012, 03:15 PM

Correction on my earlier post for base overhaul pricing... It is $475 + taxes here in Toronto.

zeuloa · 27 July 2012, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by roadcarver

Basic overhaul quoted by RSC Toronto for the SD (I called this afternoon) was $575 + taxes.

Includes crystal and caseback gasket replacements, crown tube gasket replacement. HEV is not usually replaced until recommended by RSC.

Case polishing, bracelet dismantling and cleaning, and of course movement overhaul. Any additional parts required will be extra.

Interesting to know.... I once read that the HEV was always replaced by RSC for safety reasons as the gaskets could be worn.

zeuloa · 27 July 2012, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPARTAN2161

Fair? IMO for RSC thats the going rate. Worth the money? No way. I mean there are tons of watchmakers that are Rolex certified that will do the same jobs for 400-500 and thats with Rolex parts. If he is looking to save a little cash send him to Rik Dietel* He is on this forum and does amazing work. This is all MHO of course.

Yes but not many, if any, have the equipment to pressure test to 4000 ft.

DJJon · 27 July 2012, 10:06 PM

So basically a full grand with courier charges and possibly NYC Sales Tax (not sure if that's included in the $906 figure).

It's easy to see how $600.-$700 for a Full Service + $200.-$250. for crystal as a spare part adds up to $900, but that really is a dent in the wallet for dropping your watch.

As previous posters have written many times before, most people have never paid so much as $906. to buy a watch brand new !

Time for the salesman approach: "
Mr. Groomsman, that's only 0.31 cents per day to have worn your treasured SD all these years. I'm sure you'll agree that's a reasonable price to be paid."

Trouble15 · 27 July 2012, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by DJJon

As previous posters have written many times before, most people have never paid so much as $906 to buy a watch brand new !

Very true statement.

mailman · 27 July 2012, 10:43 PM

Most likely tax and shipping are included in the estimate also.

Darlinboy · 27 July 2012, 10:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan2010

No, but they might actually raise the quote if they find out we all agree its about right.......

Bingo!

up2nogood · 28 July 2012, 12:44 PM

Maybe you guys will get to experience Australian pricing soon?

SPARTAN2161 · 1 August 2012, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by zeuloa

Yes but not many, if any, have the equipment to pressure test to 4000 ft.

When was the last time you went deeper than 100ft...?

zeuloa · 2 August 2012, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by SPARTAN2161

When was the last time you went deeper than 100ft...?

Never, and never will like most of us. However - if the dial says water resistant to a certain depth, and I paid for that, I want it to be tested to that depth. To me it's part of the lure of having an SD/SDDS.

Would you disable 8 cylinders in a 12 cylinder Ferrari because you are never going to drive over 70 miles per hour?

26 July 2012, 02:46 PM	#1
gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	Friends Rolex issue..... I'm sure a few of you know I was just married. One of my groomsmen received a brand new SD4k in 04 as a graduation gift from HS. It's never been serviced but last week he dropped it on his tile floor. He called me tonight to tell me all about it as he knows I'm a huge watch guy. His AD told him due to age and the busted crystal to send it to NYC RSC. He got his quote today for $906. Is this about what's to be expected. No damage to the mvt but just a service and new crystal. I told him I'd ask on here and get back to him. I said that's about what I'd expect. He is actually really excited due to the fact hes beat the crap out of it and it's going to come back almost new. My only question is that a fair quote for crystal replacement and a full service? He did feel much better when I told him it was almost $1500 to fix my bezel and insert on my DSSD when I busted it.

26 July 2012, 02:49 PM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	That's about right.. 6 or 700 for the service and another couple of hundred for the new sapphire.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

26 July 2012, 02:51 PM	#3
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Fair IMO Gunter.... I suspect there may be a couple of other inclusions in the price. Like an insert or new crown perhaps, but without seeing the estimate in writing, it seems around the norm for a full service including a crystal... __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

27 July 2012, 04:49 AM	#16
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,017	I've had 4 Rolex watches serviced by Gary Wilson locally and saved over $1200 in doing so - not to mention the turnaround time is 1/3 that of RSC. Only risk is if Gary wins the lottery and quits the business. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

27 July 2012, 06:43 AM	#17
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Basic overhaul quoted by RSC Toronto for the SD (I called this afternoon) was $575 + taxes. Includes crystal and caseback gasket replacements, crown tube gasket replacement. HEV is not usually replaced until recommended by RSC. Case polishing, bracelet dismantling and cleaning, and of course movement overhaul. Any additional parts required will be extra. __________________ I'm just a cook...

27 July 2012, 12:11 AM	#5
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	Is the $906 a RSC quote for service....

27 July 2012, 12:44 AM	#9
SPARTAN2161 Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Nick H. Location: Amherst, NY Watch: me flip Posts: 1,901	Fair? IMO for RSC thats the going rate. Worth the money? No way. I mean there are tons of watchmakers that are Rolex certified that will do the same jobs for 400-500 and thats with Rolex parts. If he is looking to save a little cash send him to Rik Dietel* He is on this forum and does amazing work. This is all MHO of course.

27 July 2012, 03:36 AM	#12
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Seems high. I only paid 925 for a TT Daytona. 500-700 sounds right there must be more issues. Part of my service included the crysral so that alone can't account for the quote.

27 July 2012, 03:53 AM	#13
Frosty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: So Cal Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 5,087	I just got a call from the RSC that I could pick up my GMT II. They replaced the crystal, insert, something else not very expensive, and did the service. It came to $961, so that is not out of line for Rolex. It really looks great when they are done and he will get a two year warranty.

27 July 2012, 04:06 AM	#14
gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	I've sent stuff to RSC a few times before and I knew the service usually runs me around $600-$700. I just thought the crystal was around $120. But being from 04 and the first service I figured that there is probably a few other things that need attention that got the est. upto $900. I told him you might pay a little more to send it to RSC but knowing that Rolex is working on it and the warranty is worth the extra. I asked him earlier today what else was being done but I haven't heard back yet. Anyway thanks for the feedback. I wasn't really questioning the quote from RSC just looking to see if it was inline with other similar services (which I was almost certain it was.)

27 July 2012, 04:23 AM	#15
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	Seems about right to me... People who think their local guy that overhauls for $275.00 is doing the same quality job as RSC are CCCCCCRRRRRAAAAAZZZZZYYYYY!!!!

27 July 2012, 07:06 AM	#18
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Is RSC NY higher than RSC Dallas?

27 July 2012, 07:14 AM	#19
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	I paid $185 to have a new SD crystal installed a few months ago here at RSC-BH. __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

27 July 2012, 03:15 PM	#20
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Correction on my earlier post for base overhaul pricing... It is $475 + taxes here in Toronto. __________________ I'm just a cook...

27 July 2012, 10:06 PM	#23
DJJon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Jon Location: USA Watch: DJ - Need Sub Bad Posts: 1,889	So basically a full grand with courier charges and possibly NYC Sales Tax (not sure if that's included in the $906 figure). It's easy to see how $600.-$700 for a Full Service + $200.-$250. for crystal as a spare part adds up to $900, but that really is a dent in the wallet for dropping your watch. As previous posters have written many times before, most people have never paid so much as $906. to buy a watch brand new ! Time for the salesman approach: " Mr. Groomsman, that's only 0.31 cents per day to have worn your treasured SD all these years. I'm sure you'll agree that's a reasonable price to be paid."

27 July 2012, 10:43 PM	#25
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	Most likely tax and shipping are included in the estimate also. __________________ JJ

28 July 2012, 12:44 PM	#27
up2nogood "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Alex Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 1,944	Maybe you guys will get to experience Australian pricing soon?

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